Rhabdomyolysis.

Rhabdomyolysis is a dangerous condition that can occur when direct or indirect muscle trauma causes a breakdown in skeletal muscle fibers that then leak into the bloodstream. The condition can lead to high levels of potassium in the blood that can disrupt the heart’s normal rhythm and lead to cardiac arrest. The most common complication of rhabdomyolysis is acute renal failure in which the kidneys suddenly stop functioning, causing a life-threatening buildup of toxins in the blood. Rhabdomyolysis can affect anyone. Positive outcomes rely heavily on early identification, typically through a urine test, and prompt treatment involving intravenous hydration.